Cathmc - You BBQ black bean and mango salad sounds delicious. It can be difficult to convince yourself but it really is all about the process because that's what is going to get you to that weight you want and keep you there. Easier said than done, I know.
With regards to the green tea breakfast, I did kind of want to chew my arm off by lunch; but I thought posting a photo of that may be too horrific so I went with beans and rice instead...lol (I actually don't remember what I went with). Great work this week and enjoy your weekend with the grandkids.
Karen - I'm glad that you have such determination about eating this way and are slowly trying to find your path to a healthy outcome. I think your very small gain this week may be from the combined calorie density of a few of the items you are eating that aren't recommended (not necessarily just the white sugar or the bananas). If you continue to be stalled at weight loss, consider removing any or all of the following items: the boxed processed food such as the cereal, the whole wheat tortillas/bagels, the noodles and I know you are working on this, the nightly drink. All of the little
off-plan items may not seem like such a big thing individually, but together they could be adding considerable calories and fat. You've got the right attitude not to let it worry you, just keep working on it.
Sue - What a fabulous analogy! Those real world situations can be tricky, but over time you can slowly sort through each of them and create a new response. The resources from Jeff and Dr. Lisle will help guide you. I'm impressed at how you have worked through so much and have such a great handle on where you are in the process.
Susan - I'm glad you are doing so well and enjoying the walking. Is a rebounder a mini trampoline? I love those. A food journal sounds like a wonderful idea to help you figure out where things can be improved. Congratulations on both your weight loss and improved blood worked this week. It's great to hear how receptive your doctor is to these changes. Thank you for sharing your journey of self-discovery with all of us.
Chris - Great choice, Jeff will have you re-motivated in no time. Best wishes this week.
Reni - Congratulations on entering a new decade, that always feels great!! Thanks for posting the intensive weekend videos, I'd never watched those. That food looks delicious. You can baby step your way towards the guidelines.
That's how many of us have done it as well.
Talita - You're welcome and thank you for joining us for this part of your journey! Please feel welcome to check in again anytime you feel like you need a tune-up. Best wishes and don't let my farewell message stop you from joining us next month if you decide to do so. Sometimes a sandwich break, especially a salad sandwich, is exactly what you need.
Purposive - Wow, you are doing great! Congratulations. What kind of gardening projects have caught your eye? I love following everyone's journeys too, each one of them is unique but also in some ways similar to what we have all been through.
Roxy59 - Wonderful diligence this week. Yum, sweet potatoes and apples sound delicious.